Agricultural Machinery & Groundworks Operator Epping Forest District

Agricultural Machinery & Groundworks Operator
Agricultural Machinery & Groundworks Operator - Essex (Epping Forest District) -£30,000 – £37,000 + Overtime (OTE £45,000+) The Job:

A well established rural contracting business operating across Essex and surrounding counties is looking to appoint an experienced machinery operator to support a diverse portfolio of agricultural and land-based works.

This position offers long term security, modern equipment, and substantial overtime for those keen to maximise earnings.

The successful candidate will be involved in a broad mix of agricultural and countryside projects, including:

• Highway verge and hedge operations
• Pasture and grassland improvement
• Rural fencing and infrastructure works
• Countryside access maintenance
• Farm support tasks
• Small scale groundworks and land development
• Forestry and vegetation management

This is a practical, site-based role suited to someone comfortable working outdoors in all seasons.

• Operating high-horsepower tractors and specialist attachments
• Using plant machinery such as excavators, telehandlers and dumpers
• Carrying out routine machine checks and basic maintenance
• Working independently to complete scheduled works
• Maintaining high standards of safety and presentation on client sites

• Demonstrable experience operating large agricultural tractors
• Full UK driving licence
• Competent using agricultural or construction plant
• Telehandler certification advantageous
• 360 excavator experience beneficial
• Self-motivated and reliable
• Practical mindset with good mechanical awareness

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Consistent overtime availability (circa 500+ hours annually typical)
• Strong earning potential exceeding £45,000
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training and certification support
• Stable employment within a growing rural enterprise

to Charlotte Levent, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant,